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Hairpins

late 19th century (made)
Place of origin

Two hairpins, silver-gilt filigree enriched with imitation gems. The flat heads represent each a leaf with flowers, a butterfly etc applied.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Hairpin
  • Hairpin
Materials and techniques
Silver-gilt filigree, imitation gems
Brief description
Two hairpins with silver-gilt filigree, China (Hakka)
Physical description
Two hairpins, silver-gilt filigree enriched with imitation gems. The flat heads represent each a leaf with flowers, a butterfly etc applied.
Dimensions
  • Length: 15cm
Credit line
Given by Rev. Arthur S. Adams
Collection
Accession number
M.114-1913

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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